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43yrs
John Michael Walker
Financial advisor at Stephens
At a glance
Experience43 years (since 1983)
How that compares ?Top 1% by experience in Charlotte
Office4521 Sharon Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
FirmStephens
How the firm is paid ?Percent of assets, Hourly, Flat fee, Commissions, Performance fee
States licensed ?2 states
Services through Stephens
Financial planningInvestment management for individuals and small businessesInvestment management for businesses and institutionsRetirement plan consultingChoosing other investment managersNewsletters and publicationsEducational seminars and workshops
Specialties, designations like CFP®, and languages spoken appear here when advisors claim their profiles.
Licenses
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Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Career
- 2003 – nowStephensCurrent firm
- 1992 – 2003Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith IncorporatedPreviously
Questions to ask John
Tailored to John’s registration and firm.
- What's your succession plan, and who would work with me if you retire?
- At a firm this size, will I work with you directly or with a service team?
- Your firm can charge performance-based fees. Would that apply to me?
- What does a financial plan with you include, and how often is it updated?
- If you use outside managers, how are they chosen and what do they cost on top of your fee?
- Where would my money be held, and will I get statements directly from that firm?
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About John
How do I contact John?
Call Stephens at 501-377-2000 and ask for John Michael Walker. John works from the Charlotte, NC office.
How long has John been a financial advisor?
John has been in the industry since 1983, about 43 years. Top 1% by experience in Charlotte.
What licenses does John hold?
Series 63, Series 65. Tap any license on this page to see what it allows.
Is John a fiduciary?
John is registered as an investment advisor representative, which carries a fiduciary duty when giving investment advice.
How is John paid?
Stephens reports being paid by a percentage of the assets they manage, hourly fees, flat or fixed fees, commissions on some products, a share of investment gains. Ask John for your total yearly cost in dollars.
Official record as of October 2, 2026.
This profile is for information only and is not financial advice or a recommendation.
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